Abendsegen — Orchestra Sheet Music
The beloved Evening Prayer from Humperdinck’s Hänsel und Gretel, arranged for full Orchestra & Vocals by Paul Lorenz
Every conductor who has ever sourced Abendsegen for a Christmas concert knows the same frustration: the professional orchestral edition exists, but only as a rental — and the quote takes longer than the rehearsal window allows. Richard Strauss stood at the podium for the world premiere on December 23, 1893, and declared it “all of it original, new, and so authentically German.” One hundred and thirty years later, that same piece still stops a concert hall in its tracks — yet a professional conductor must still navigate rental bureaucracy just to put it on a stand.
This Paul Lorenz edition ends that friction entirely. A complete, instantly downloadable Abendsegen sheet music package for full orchestra and vocals: conductor’s score, all orchestral parts, vocal lines — engraved to MOLA standards with 8.5 mm staff sizes, sequential measure numbers at every system, and 600 DPI resolution for crisp reading on paper or iPad. From purchase to rehearsal, in minutes. And should your ensemble require a different instrumentation, our bespoke customization service — unique in the industry — adapts any part to your exact roster.
The Complete Professional Edition
Orchestra & Vocals
€39.90
The definitive professional edition of Humperdinck’s Abendsegen for concert performance. The conductor’s score and every orchestral part are included — ready for the stand at the moment of download.
- Conductor Score (A3, full orchestral score with vocal lines)
- Violin I Parts (4× print-ready)
- Violin II Parts (4× print-ready)
- Viola Parts (3× print-ready)
- Cello Parts (3× print-ready)
- Double Bass Parts (2× print-ready)
- Woodwind Parts (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon — 2× each)
- Brass Parts (Horn, Trumpet, Trombone — 2× each)
- Vocal Parts (Soprano I & II — print-ready)
- 600 DPI High-Resolution PDF — Instant Download
- Performance License Included
Crafted for the Podium
- Instant PDF Delivery: Download begins immediately after purchase — conductor score and all parts in your inbox in minutes, not weeks.
- MOLA-Compliant Engraving: 8.5 mm staff sizes, sequential measure numbers at every system, generous margins for podium annotations.
- 600 DPI Print Quality: Crystal-clear on paper and screen — fully readable on iPad with forScore or printed for the back desk.
- Complete Instrumentation: Every orchestral part individually extracted and proofread. Nothing missing when the players arrive at rehearsal.
- Performance License Included: Licensed for concert performance — no additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting required for the arrangement.
- Bespoke Customization Available: Need a different instrument or transposition? Contact Paul Lorenz Music — unique manual customization for any ensemble.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is included in the download?
You receive a complete, performance-ready package: the full conductor’s score in A3 format, all individual orchestral parts (Violin I & II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Woodwinds, Brass, Timpani & Percussion), and vocal parts for Soprano I & II. Everything is delivered as 600 DPI high-resolution PDFs, optimized for professional printing and tablet display.
What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?
Grade 4 — Intermediate to Professional. The orchestral parts are suitable for regional and professional symphony orchestras. The vocal writing is accessible to experienced soloists or a chamber choir with a strong soprano section. This is a concert-performance edition, not a simplified adaptation.
Do I need a performance license?
Humperdinck’s Abendsegen is in the public domain (Humperdinck died in 1921). This arrangement by Paul Lorenz is licensed for unlimited performances with your purchase — no additional ASCAP, BMI, or PRS reporting is required for the arrangement itself. For ticketed performances, standard venue licensing applies as usual.
Can the arrangement be customized for my ensemble?
Absolutely. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customization services — a capability unique in the professional sheet music industry. Whether you need alternative instrumentation, a different key, or adjustments to accommodate your specific roster, we can tailor this arrangement to your exact requirements. Contact us directly to discuss your needs.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of our products, we cannot offer refunds once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
